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New Evidence on Japan's Unit 731 Transferred from Russia to China


Historic Archive Copies Detail Germ Warfare Crimes


China has obtained a significant batch of historical evidence from Russia concerning the infamous Unit 731, a Japanese germ warfare unit that committed atrocities during World War II. The transfer of these archives marks a pivotal moment for historical research into one of the war's most secretive and brutal chapters.


Contents of the Unit 731 Archives


The documents provided by Russia are comprehensive copies of original records. This crucial evidence covers a wide timespan and includes several key categories of information vital for understanding the full scope of the unit's activities.



    • Official trial records of captured Unit 731 members.

    • Detailed investigation reports documenting the unit's crimes.

    • Internal correspondence between Soviet authorities regarding the unit.


    A Timeline for Historical Accountability


    The archival materials cover the period from May 11, 1939, to December 25, 1950. This timeline encompasses the unit's active operations during the war and the subsequent post

  • war legal proceedings, providing a complete picture of its crimes and the initial efforts for justice.